Traditional Chinese Medicine for Opioid-Related Constipation in Cancer Patients
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This study tests a traditional Chinese medicine treatment for constipation caused by opioid pain medications in cancer patients. The goal is to help people on long-term opioid therapy have more regular bowel movements without increasing laxative use.
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Who can take part
- You have constipation caused by opioid pain medications (fewer than 2 bowel movements per week without using laxatives)
- You've had this constipation for at least 1 week
- You're between 18 and 85 years old
- You're taking opioid pain medications at a stable dose (equivalent to 30–1000 mg morphine daily) for at least 2 weeks, and will continue for at least 10 more weeks
- Your cancer is stable with a life expectancy of more than 6 months
- You can take medications and food by mouth
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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